EP 183 - Making 5G NB-IoT Connectivity Affordable by Satellite
In this episode, Erik talked with Jaume Sanpera, CEO and co-founder of Sateliot. Sateliot is the first satellite communication service provider that will offer satellite IoT connectivity.
In this talk, Erik discussed why 85% of the earth remains unserved by terrestrial networks and how modern satellites can bring affordable connectivity to remote NB-IoT devices. He also explored the factors influencing satellite connectivity cost structure, including satellite manufacturing, launch, radio technology, and service contract structure.
Key Questions:
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What is the cost trend for connecting an IoT device via satellite?
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How does performance differ with satellite versus terrestrial communication?
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What are the big use cases in satellite IoT connectivity?